Hayden Mason (u/hayden_mason)

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TIL a $20 hardware key beats a free authenticator app for my main email account.

After my phone died and locked me out for 6 hours, I realized the key doesn't rely on a device that can break or get lost, so what other single points of failure should we ditch?

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c/binge-worthy-shows•

hayden_mason•3mo ago

Hot take: Comedies getting too serious is wrecking my binge weekends

I've noticed sitcoms now feel the need to add heavy drama to every season. It's like they're afraid to just be funny for a whole episode. That new show about the friend group spent half the season on a breakup arc. I mean, when I sit down to binge, I want to relax, not get stressed. Maybe it's just me, but constant sad moments kill the mood for watching multiple episodes. Even older comedies had balance, but now it's all tears and lessons. It makes it hard to enjoy back-to-back without feeling drained.

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c/concrete-finishers•

hayden_mason•3mo ago

A trip to Pompeii made me rethink how we pour foundations

Last year, I took a vacation to Italy and visited Pompeii. Walking through those ruins, I saw concrete walls that have stood for thousands of years. It hit me that our modern mixes might not last as long. They used volcanic ash and lime, no rebar. Now I'm trying out adding pozzolans to my jobs. It's not just about strength, but how long it holds up. Seeing that old work made me respect the craft more. I've been looking into old ways to make my pours better.

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c/fad-or-future•

hayden_mason•3mo ago

I finally made time for pour-over coffee every morning

I always grabbed instant coffee and ran out the door. My brother kept telling me to try a slow brew method. It adds five minutes to my routine, but the flavor is worth it. I'm curious if this habit will stick or fade when life gets busy. Only time will tell if it's a lasting change.

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